About Girls Write Now
Careers
All Girls Write Now staff positions are instrumental to the ongoing growth and excellence of our services, and organization at large. We seek out diverse talent across fields and industries—skilled professionals at all levels who have new ideas, different perspectives, and who push themselves to think outside of the box. Most of our positions require project managing large volumes of information, while also nurturing individual relationships. Our roles demand technical proficiency on a range of platforms, and a high emotional IQ. We need independent thinkers and leaders, who are also communicative collaborators.
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In Our Words
Meet our Team
Jesse Jagtiani, Senior Community Manager
“I love working at Girls Write Now because it allows me to be part of a creative, dynamic, and inspiring community. Every day, I have the privilege of supporting mentees and mentors in their creative endeavors while fostering a space where diverse voices are celebrated. The work we do has a tangible impact, and I’m deeply proud to contribute to empowering young women and nonbinary individuals to create, pursue their dreams, and make a difference in the world. We help mentees build the skills and confidence they need to succeed in both their creative and professional paths. GWN is more than just a workplace; it’s a community dedicated to progress, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact.”
In Our Words
Meet our Team
Emily Rigby, Senior Community Manager
“Being a Community Manager at Girls Write Now means finding joy and purpose in the work we do each day. Supporting young creatives on their pathways to self-actualization, creating programs that enable them to grow, and embracing the variety of initiatives and ideas that flourish through the minds and hearts of the Girls Write Now community is humbling and inspiring. The Girls Write Now team is made up of dedicated, passionate people who get an enormous amount done and laugh frequently throughout the day. It’s a fantastic place to work where we’re all humans first and employees second.”
Learn About Life@GWN
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The Importance of Impact: Ensuring that Underrepresented Voices Matter
Last spring, Girls Write Now honored Macmillan CEO Jon Yaged for his continuous commitment to championing unsung voices at the
“Hope, to me, is the audacity that we can do more than just survive…” Carmin Wong’s Life@ GWN
Carmin lives and breathes poetry. Her unwavering commitment to both the art form and her community is truly inspiring. She recognizes the strengths and talents of young people, empowering them to speak, write, and see themselves as active participants in the ongoing literary conversation. Carmin reminds emerging poets that poetry is not only a powerful tool for self-expression but also a catalyst for radical change.
Arcade of Life
An ode to southern Germany and my cousin, Marlene.
Cycle of Seasons
A collection of poems that showcases our collaborative efforts as a pair. The collection delves into themes of growth, nature, and self reflection.
When a Garden Cries, a Perfect Garden is Stained
When a Garden Cries, a Perfect Garden is Stained By Arisleny Benitez-Linarez & Samantha Isales Hernandez We were sitting on
RECIPE RECOLLECTIONS
Two takes on scattered memories about food, growing up, and their loved ones, as they find their place in recollections of the past.
Morning Stories
A poem that traces my memory through color.
Birthday Anxiety
I turned 25 on February 6, and I felt like I didn’t have much to show for it, but I realized I was letting my anxiety get the best of me.
The Odd One Out
The beauty of cultures lies within the intricate differences they hold. But when comparing them, one can't help but notice the way humans interact with each other, even if it's not in the best light.
Yellow Lines
The melting of ice in lemonade. The feeling of watching yourself from the outside as reality begins to unfold. The moments that occur after impatience.
